networking
noun
net·work·ing
ˈnet-ˌwər-kiŋ 
1
: the exchange of information or services among individuals, groups, or institutions
specifically
: the cultivation of productive relationships for employment or business
… networking remains the No. 1 cause of job attainment … —
Hal Lancaster
Hal Lancaster 2
: the establishment or use of a computer network
He has extensive experience in computer networking and information security.
Examples of networking in a Sentence
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The computer had options for networking, modems, interfaces, printers, and a card reader.
—IEEE Spectrum, 16 Apr. 2024
The most cited of these was networking and visibility (46%), followed by customer and market knowledge (30%), and operational experience (25%).
—Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 15 Apr. 2024
The third service is Lantern Libraries, a multi-faceted education experience perfect for networking, DEIA training, and learning about best practices for sustainable social change.
—Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 13 Apr. 2024
The film market at CIFF built a solid foundation as an intimate yet professional networking and mentoring platform.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 2 Apr. 2024
The Garden of Laughs benefits the Garden of Dreams foundation helping young people experiencing hardships by mentorship, networking and educational opportunities.
—Hedy Phillips, Peoplemag, 30 Mar. 2024
Fairs also provide networking opportunities for collectors and buyers to discover new art markets, new cities and to meet other collectors.
—Pearl Lam, Forbes, 29 Mar. 2024
LinkedIn, the world’s largest professional networking platform, is a powerful tool for building and maintaining relationships, discovering job opportunities, and showcasing skills and accomplishments.
—Ebony Flake, Essence, 5 Apr. 2024
Venus’ entrance into Aries ups your networking game.
—USA TODAY, 5 Apr. 2024
IEEE Spectrum, 16 Apr. 2024
The most cited of these was networking and visibility (46%), followed by customer and market knowledge (30%), and operational experience (25%).
—Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 15 Apr. 2024
The third service is Lantern Libraries, a multi-faceted education experience perfect for networking, DEIA training, and learning about best practices for sustainable social change.
—Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 13 Apr. 2024
The film market at CIFF built a solid foundation as an intimate yet professional networking and mentoring platform.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 2 Apr. 2024
The Garden of Laughs benefits the Garden of Dreams foundation helping young people experiencing hardships by mentorship, networking and educational opportunities.
—Hedy Phillips, Peoplemag, 30 Mar. 2024
Fairs also provide networking opportunities for collectors and buyers to discover new art markets, new cities and to meet other collectors.
—Pearl Lam, Forbes, 29 Mar. 2024
LinkedIn, the world’s largest professional networking platform, is a powerful tool for building and maintaining relationships, discovering job opportunities, and showcasing skills and accomplishments.
—Ebony Flake, Essence, 5 Apr. 2024
Venus’ entrance into Aries ups your networking game.
—USA TODAY, 5 Apr. 2024
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“Networking.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/networking. Accessed 24 Apr. 2024.
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